The Dragon's Dilemma (Lochguard Highland Dragons 1)
Mischief filled Finn’s eyes. “Aye, I think I can convince Meg and Aunt Lorna. I’m sure the two females will fawn over him. After all, both of their mates died many years ago.”
With a growl, Fraser took a step toward his cousin. “On second thought, maybe it’s not a brilliant idea after all.”
“Which is worse—losing Holly for good or letting Aunt Lorna near a man her own age she might fancy?”
His dragon chimed in. Who cares if Mum fancies him or not? She’s been alone for a long time now. You always mention how you wish she’d found someone else.
Aye, but not the father of my mate. Besides, what will the DDA say?
Does it matter? They will grant him permission to live on Lochguard if we mate Holly.
His beast was right. But rather than acknowledge it, Fraser sighed. “Holly’s dad will be running for the hills before long. I can see it now.”
Finn uncrossed his arms and clapped Fraser’s shoulder. “Aye, well, let’s see how he does first. If they drive him crazy, I can find someone else to look after him.”
Fraser’s dragon chimed in. It will be fine. Holly’s father needs a break from Holly’s worries and fussing, too. Imagine if we had two bonny lasses tending to our wounds. I wouldn’t complain.
I only want Holly, so your dream isn’t going to happen.
Of course I want Holly. I hate when you start being literal.
Fraser smiled at his dragon and Finn asked, “I take it your dragon is on my side?”
“You really don’t want to know. But yes, we’ll try your plan for now.”
Finn squeezed Fraser’s shoulder. “Good. Then how about you get things ready and I’ll let you know when Holly has arrived.” Fraser looked toward the door, debating if he should go, but his cousin continued, “I’ll tell the others where you’ve gone, including Fergus and Faye. If anything goes wrong, you’ll be the first to know. I promise.”
Fraser nodded and his beast spoke up again. We need to hurry. There is much to do.
I’m planning her welcome, not you.
His beast huffed. I want to help. She’s my mate as much as yours.
Fine. But sex is going to have to wait until she’s ready. Understand?
When his beast didn’t argue, Fraser moved to the door. “Thanks, Finn. For everything.”
Finn shooed him with a hand. “Get yourself gone before I change my mind and order you to finish weeding my garden instead. It?
?s only half done.”
Fraser grinned. “You can always finish it yourself.”
Before Finn could answer, Fraser was out the door and exiting the building. He had a lass to woo and not much time to plan.
He needed to make every second count.
Chapter Eighteen
By the end of the day, Holly was in a car on her way to Lochguard.
Her father dozed at her side. His skin had a slightly pink tinge, which was much better than the paleness of last week. By all accounts, her father’s health was mending. The hospital had even promised to send someone to continue her father’s special cancer treatments on Lochguard.
Just thinking about Lochguard made her stomach flip. Everything she’d wanted was coming true. So much so, her heart pounded inside her chest. Whether out of happiness or nervousness, she didn’t know. It was probably a combination of both.
Yes, she wanted Fraser more than any man in her life. And she was confident her father could fit in with some of the older dragon-shifters, too; Aunt Lorna alone would probably chat his ear off.
But while she was fairly sure Fraser would hold her close and try to charm her, she didn’t want there to be any awkwardness between them because of the miscarriage.